PROTON Savvy Engine replacement Cost
2005–2012 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$3.4k–$15.7k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
10–30h
At a typical garage
Engine rebuild or replacement is the most significant mechanical repair possible; it is undertaken when the engine has suffered terminal damage such as a spun bearing, seized pistons or catastrophic oil loss. A remanufactured unit often represents better value than a full rebuild. PROTON Savvy engine replacement costs $3360–$15700.
Warning signs you need this repair
- Loud knocking from the engine bay (bottom-end bearing failure)
- Sudden loss of oil pressure warning followed by engine seizure
- Excessive blue smoke from worn piston rings or valve seals
- Coolant mixing with oil causing milky sludge throughout the engine
- Major internal damage confirmed by compression or leak-down test
Typical parts included
- Engine long block
- Engine short block
- Engine control unit (ECU/ECM)
- Engine control unit (ECU / ECM)
- Engine wiring harness
- Engine oil pump
What affects the price
- New vs remanufactured vs used engine (remanufactured carries a warranty)
- Engine size and complexity
- Whether ancillaries (turbo, alternator, starter) are transferred or replaced
- Gearbox removal required for certain layouts
Common questions
How much does engine replacement cost on a PROTON Savvy?
Engine replacement on a PROTON Savvy (2005–2012) typically costs between $3.4k and $15.7k including parts and labour at an independent garage.
What parts are needed for engine replacement on a PROTON Savvy?
Common parts for this repair include: Engine long block, Engine short block, Engine control unit (ECU/ECM), Engine control unit (ECU / ECM), Engine wiring harness, Engine oil pump.
How long does engine replacement take on a PROTON Savvy?
Engine replacement on a PROTON Savvy typically takes 10–30 hours of labour at a garage.
How often does engine replacement need to be done?
For a PROTON Savvy, engine replacement is typically needed once in the cars life at most; most modern engines last 150,000–250,000 miles with correct servicing.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the PROTON Savvy
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$340–$587
- ABS sensor replacement$140–$242
- ABS system bleeding$112–$193
- AC compressor clutch replacement$280–$483
- AC compressor replacement$300–$518
Engine replacement cost on similar cars
- NISSAN Micra 5 Doors$1.6k–$2.8k
- RENAULT Clio 5 Doors$1.6k–$2.8k
- KIA Picanto$1.6k–$2.8k
- MINI Hatch$1.6k–$2.8k
- FIAT 500$1.6k–$2.8k
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